Ripple Effects

Each donor’s generosity will positively impact our community for generations to come.

  • Curt Downes and his wife, Carrie

    The OAF welcomes Curt Downes to its board of directors

    Supporting and giving back to the community have been an important part of Curt Downes' life.

  • Jim Olson and Wife

    The OAF welcomes Jim Olson to its board of directors

    Jim is honored to have been asked to serve as an OAF board member and looks forward to helping residents in our community.

  • Glenn and Lori Hanon

    The OAF appoints Glenn Hanon as new board chair in 2025

    As Chairman, Glenn will continue to lend his expertise and guidance to increase the OAF’s ability to make meaningful differences in the community.

  • OWC Lunch

    Women Gathering for Good

    The women who make up the Oconomowoc Woman’s Club are committed to supporting their community for generations to come.

  • Sunset Soiree at Knollward Mansion

    Celebrating the OAF and Oconomowoc’s Rich History

    The OAF sponsored a Sunset Soiree at Knollward Mansion in September. View the incredible photos of the event shot by Sage Neumann.

  • 2024 OAF Annual Celebration Program

    There’s No Place Like Oconomowoc!

    It’s not too late to RSVP to the Oct. 25 OAF Celebration and Grants Announcement! Register today to join us!

  • OAF Grants Celebration 2024

    The Oconomowoc Area Foundation awards record amount of grants in 2024!

    SAVE THE DATE! The OAF Annual Celebration and Grant Announcements will take place at 5:30 p.m. Friday, October 25, at The Golden Mast Inn.

  • Toto Statue by Amy Kavelaris

    TOTO-lly Awesome Public Art!

    The OAF helped celebrate Oconomowoc’s 85th anniversary of the premiere screening of “The Wizard of Oz” in TOTO-lly Awesome ways!

  • 2023 OAF Annual Celebration and Grant Announcements

    Maximizing positive impacts through effective grant-making

    As stewards of local philanthropic resources, the OAF responds to the changing needs of the community through its support of area nonprofit organizations.